BODY SUSBTANCE PRECAUTIONS Flashcards
1
Q
What are the body substance precautions
A
Gown
Mask, Googles, and Face Shields
Sharp Needles
Respirators
2
Q
Protect your clothing and skin
from contamination by a patient’s body substances
A
Gown
3
Q
Used to protect the mucous
membranes of the mouth,
nose, and eyes from splashing
of blood or body substances
A
Mask, Googles, and Face Shields
4
Q
Most blood borne pathogen exposures are caused by accidental puncture with a contaminated needle or lancet
A
Sharp Needles
5
Q
Strict adherence to all safety precautions is essential
A
Sharp Needles
6
Q
May be required when collecting
blood from patients who have
airborne diseases, such as tuberculosis
A
Respirators